baht habit wrote:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ma-149FnSN4

Really surprised there has been no discussion on this recording.... I really dig the tune, lyrics, Johnny’s performance, Jeff’s solos, and the fact Vinnie has no boundaries. Very cool all around!

can make you want to put away the sticks for good! Common statement for sure, but I never understood it. Shouldn't you be inspired? There is nothing to understand.... I was making a point, not trying to start a conversation about quitting because of someone’s talents. Of course these guys inspire! ...

Steve is freaking amazing.... Any thought or phrase that comes to mind is immediately articulated by his hands and feet with dynamic perfection. Derek and Sammy J are no slouches either! Those three can make you want to put away the sticks for good!

A few more:

That SH video was before Youtube and the excitement was off the chart to see this... those days are pretty much gone...this was a sacred cow...things are way too easy today...numbness to greatness syndrome...that feeling Steve must have had walking to his vehicle with this tucked away...looking ove...

A few pics I came across of past hangs:

Holy crap! 12 years ago.... That was a fun day. It’s been too long since we have all gotten together.

I received this email reminder today from vinniecolaiuta.com:

Be sure to tune into "Late Night With Seth Myers" on NBC next week to see and hear Vinnie sitting in with the band:

Rene wrote:You mean David Sancious right? Totally agree with you....

Yes! It was too early to be posting...

David Sanchez is a really good guitar player! Wonder why Sting didn't utilize him more in that roll....